Journal of women's health
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Journal of women's health · Jan 2025
Reproductive Experiences of Physicians in Medical and Surgical Subspecialties.
Objective: To evaluate the reproductive experiences of physicians across gender and specialty. Patients and Methods: Between November and December 2021, we surveyed nontrainee physicians of all genders at a single quaternary institution using a modified version of an existing survey instrument. Experiences with family planning, fertility, pregnancy, and parental leave were assessed. ⋯ Among those who took less than the full amount offered, 63% cited concerns about falling behind educationally or professionally as significantly influencing this decision. Conclusions: These results support previous trends showing delayed childbearing and increased infertility among physicians while shedding new light on stigma associated with childbearing and parental leave. A better understanding of the reproductive experiences of physicians is critical to recruiting and retaining a skilled workforce and fostering career and life satisfaction in this profession.
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Journal of women's health · Jan 2025
ReviewPractical Considerations for Using Continuous Glucose Monitoring in Patients with Gestational Diabetes Mellitus.
Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is the most prevalent metabolic complication during pregnancy. GDM is associated with adverse perinatal, neonatal, and long-term health consequences. ⋯ Although the use of CGM in GDM has not been well studied, a growing body of evidence is showing potential benefits in the GDM population. This article discusses the advantages and challenges of CGM and provides practical guidelines for using this technology in the GDM population.
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Journal of women's health · Jan 2025
Analysis of Alcohol Use and Alcohol Use Disorder Trends in U.S. Active-Duty Service Women.
Introduction: Alcohol use (AU) and disorders (AUDs) have been increasing among women over the past decade, with the largest increases among women of child-bearing age. Unprecedented stressors during the COVID-19 pandemic may have impacted AU for women with and without children. Little is known about how these trends are impacting women in the military. ⋯ Conclusion: Decreasing trends in AU and AUD among ADSW were unexpected. However, the prevalence of AU and AUD may not have been accurately captured during the COVID-19 period due to reductions in access to care. Continued postpandemic comparison of AU/AUD among women by parental status and demographic factors may guide targeted health efforts.